B
Good
Score: 63/100

University of Idaho

4-Year Public
📍 Moscow, Idaho 83844
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
C
47/100

Quick Stats

11,849
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
79%
Acceptance Rate
$14,377
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Idaho

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 770 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where University of Idaho Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
General Studies
of 100 schools
🥈
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
of 8 schools
#10
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy, General
of 19 schools
#24
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
of 61 schools
#26
Criminology
of 100 schools
#26
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
of 100 schools
#26
Secondary Education and Teaching
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,540 $27,508
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,980 $44,948

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
38%
Take Out Loans
$14,377
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,930
$30,001 - $48,000$11,390
$48,001 - $75,000$12,902
$75,001 - $110,000$16,256
$110,001+$18,322

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 318 grads/yr Psychology, General 141 grads/yr Law 120 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 76 grads/yr Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology 73 grads/yr Criminology 72 grads/yr Environmental Science 72 grads/yr Computer Science 64 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 62 grads/yr Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy, General 60 grads/yr Animal Sciences, General 59 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 55 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 53 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 50 grads/yr Accounting 45 grads/yr Finance, General 44 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other 38 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 38 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 37 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 35 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Idaho's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates
$156k/yr 27,300 jobs

Student Demographics

11,849
Total Students
51%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 9%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 90%
Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 4%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~770 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Idaho?
University of Idaho has an acceptance rate of 79%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Idaho?
Tuition at University of Idaho is $6,540 for in-state students and $27,508 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,377.
What is the graduation rate at University of Idaho?
The graduation rate at University of Idaho is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Idaho a good school?
University of Idaho has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Idaho?
University of Idaho has a total enrollment of 11,849 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Idaho?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at University of Idaho live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 770 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Compare with other 4-Year public institutions of similar size.

C+
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C+
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C+
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C+
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C+
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology